Sherwin-Williams
Strategic Account Manager - Heavy Equipment
Sherwin-Williams, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Responsibilities
Customer Identification / Acquisition Manage SW's relationship with identified customer(s) and their subcontractors in order to ensure complete alignment and a single voice to assigned key accounts within Heavy Equipment. This includes developing and executing formal account plans including strategies for share growth of both the OEM facilities as well as the subcontractors supplying painted parts. Focus is North America but may include global coordination. Together with the regional sales organization; identify and prioritize a pipeline of new business across all technologies that delivers on our financial objectives over the planning period. Drive the sales efforts to successful conclusion in a timely manner. This will include both personal ownership of some key opportunities and support/leadership of the regional sales teams that are in the lead position. Together with segment and product management, drive specification and approval of Sherwin-Williams products in order to enable sales execution. Lead the development of proposals and presentations to strategic customers and when appropriate, lead the contract negotiation and execution process. Lead the regional business development effort and execution of the sales activities necessary to capitalize on the customer pipeline. Be an advocate of value selling - which includes driving and delivering on cost savings goals for the identified customer(s). Strategy
With marketing (global and regional) and the regional leadership, build the business plan for defined OEM brands, with an emphasis on small and medium sized USCA regional brands Support refinement of business & marketing strategy through investigation and communication of market trends, and through collaboration efforts with marketing. Provide competitive intelligence and positioning guidance Be actively involved in industry association, trade shows, and customer specific "supplier day" events With marketing, drive product and industry training across the sales teams to improve our call effectiveness at the "boots on the ground" level. Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships.
Qualifications
FORMAL EDUCATION: (GENERALLY, IF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE IS ACCEPTABLE, THE CANDIDATE MUST HAVE THREE YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE FOR EVERY ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE EDUCATION REQUIRED)
Required:
College degree or 7 years industrial sales / marketing experience Preferred:
MBA KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
5 years industrial sales / marketing experience Preferred:
Specific HE sales experience Industrial coatings experience Large complex account sales experience TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Preferred:
Proficiency with Salesforce.com Basic understanding of coatings chemistry and application TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)
75% PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. Must be able to walk, write, and type on a frequent basis. Must be able to climb and descend stairs. Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull on an occasional basis. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. May work indoors and outdoors as needed. Exposure to heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 0 degrees. May work in areas where noise level is such that hearing protection is required. May work in areas where toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials are present. May be exposed to varying amounts of dust and dirt. Work surfaces may include concrete. Employee must be able to tolerate non-toxic paint odors and be able to wear a respirator as required. Employee must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone. Some travel to other locations, meetings and/or seminars is required.
About Us
Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute-it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on "Candidates" to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
Customer Identification / Acquisition Manage SW's relationship with identified customer(s) and their subcontractors in order to ensure complete alignment and a single voice to assigned key accounts within Heavy Equipment. This includes developing and executing formal account plans including strategies for share growth of both the OEM facilities as well as the subcontractors supplying painted parts. Focus is North America but may include global coordination. Together with the regional sales organization; identify and prioritize a pipeline of new business across all technologies that delivers on our financial objectives over the planning period. Drive the sales efforts to successful conclusion in a timely manner. This will include both personal ownership of some key opportunities and support/leadership of the regional sales teams that are in the lead position. Together with segment and product management, drive specification and approval of Sherwin-Williams products in order to enable sales execution. Lead the development of proposals and presentations to strategic customers and when appropriate, lead the contract negotiation and execution process. Lead the regional business development effort and execution of the sales activities necessary to capitalize on the customer pipeline. Be an advocate of value selling - which includes driving and delivering on cost savings goals for the identified customer(s). Strategy
With marketing (global and regional) and the regional leadership, build the business plan for defined OEM brands, with an emphasis on small and medium sized USCA regional brands Support refinement of business & marketing strategy through investigation and communication of market trends, and through collaboration efforts with marketing. Provide competitive intelligence and positioning guidance Be actively involved in industry association, trade shows, and customer specific "supplier day" events With marketing, drive product and industry training across the sales teams to improve our call effectiveness at the "boots on the ground" level. Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships.
Qualifications
FORMAL EDUCATION: (GENERALLY, IF RELEVANT EXPERIENCE IS ACCEPTABLE, THE CANDIDATE MUST HAVE THREE YEARS OF WORK EXPERIENCE FOR EVERY ONE YEAR OF COLLEGE EDUCATION REQUIRED)
Required:
College degree or 7 years industrial sales / marketing experience Preferred:
MBA KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
5 years industrial sales / marketing experience Preferred:
Specific HE sales experience Industrial coatings experience Large complex account sales experience TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications Preferred:
Proficiency with Salesforce.com Basic understanding of coatings chemistry and application TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)
75% PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. Must be able to walk, write, and type on a frequent basis. Must be able to climb and descend stairs. Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull on an occasional basis. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. May work indoors and outdoors as needed. Exposure to heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 0 degrees. May work in areas where noise level is such that hearing protection is required. May work in areas where toxic, flammable, and hazardous materials are present. May be exposed to varying amounts of dust and dirt. Work surfaces may include concrete. Employee must be able to tolerate non-toxic paint odors and be able to wear a respirator as required. Employee must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone. Some travel to other locations, meetings and/or seminars is required.
About Us
Here, we believe there's not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there's a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We'll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute-it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on "Candidates" to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.
The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.